Weakening support for neutrality

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Support for Swiss neutrality is dropping – but still remains very popular.

A survey published by the Centre for Security Studies and the Military Academy shows people are far more critical of neutrality since the start of the war in Ukraine. 

Now 58% believe neutrality will keep Switzerland safe, down from 69% in January this year.

The war also means the people have a more pessimistic outlook of the near future, 22% say they’re worried – up 9%. 

But a clear majority still don’t want to join NATO – 70% don’t believe it will enhance security. 

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